This is PermitBase’s published record for Unincorporated Rich County as of 2026-07-08. It has since been superseded — see the current record. A historical record reflects what PermitBase had verified at that time; it may not capture a real-world change the jurisdiction had made but PermitBase had not yet verified, and it includes any errors we later corrected. Snapshots are never edited retroactively.
Unincorporated Rich County building permits
VerifiedUnincorporated Rich County, Utah — as published 2026-07-08.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Codes adopted
2021 International Building Code (IBC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(a); effective through June 30, 20262021 International Residential Code (IRC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(b); continues in force after July 1, 20262021 International Plumbing Code (IPC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(d); effective through June 30, 20262021 International Mechanical Code (IMC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(e); effective through June 30, 20262021 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(f); effective through June 30, 20262021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(h); effective through June 30, 20262021 International Existing Building Code (IEBC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(i); effective through June 30, 20262021 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(n); effective through June 30, 20262023 National Electrical Code (NEC) — Utah Code § 15A-2-103(1)(g); statewide in forceNOTE: Rich County's own undated 'Building Permit Information' handout still references the superseded 2018 IBC — that document is stale; the statewide-adopted 2021 IBC (2024 IBC effective July 1, 2026) is the legally in-force edition per Utah Code § 15A-2-103NOTE: Effective July 1, 2026 — 2024 editions of IBC, IPC, IMC, IFGC, IECC, IEBC, and ISPSC replace the 2021 editions per Utah Code § 15A-2-103 (version effective 7/1/2026)
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit
VerifiedRequired for new residential construction, additions, alterations, and most structural work anywhere in unincorporated Rich County, and in the towns of Randolph, Woodruff, and Laketown (each requires a town zoning clearance first; the Rich County Building Department then reviews plans, issues the permit, and performs inspections). Garden City is NOT covered by this file — it operates its own independent building department and permitting process.
Verified 2026-07-08 · Source
Requirements
- New single-family dwelling construction
- Additions to existing residential structures
- Any structural modification, alteration, repair, move, or demolition of a building, or change of occupancy type
- Structures over 200 square feet (structures 200 sq ft or less do not require a permit)
- Zoning Clearance Letter from the applicable city/town planning and zoning committee (or the county, for unincorporated land), or an approved conditional use permit, obtained before the county will process the building permit
- Property survey narrative from a licensed surveyor, or flagged existing survey markers
- Non-structural repair and maintenance does not require a permit
Required documents
- RequiredBuilding Permit Application (iWorQ online portal)Completed online through the county's iWorQ permitting system, or a paper application obtained at the County Treasurer's Office
- RequiredSurvey NarrativeCopy of the survey narrative from a licensed surveyor — all properties must be surveyed, or existing survey markers must be flagged
- RequiredZoning Clearance LetterFrom the applicable city/town planning and zoning committee (Randolph, Woodruff, or Laketown), the county planning and zoning committee (for unincorporated land), the homeowners association, or an approved conditional use permit
- RequiredLegal Description / Tax Serial NumberObtained from the Rich County Recorder's Office, (435) 793-2005
- RequiredSewer/Septic and Water DocumentationReceipt of payment to the sewer district for sewer hookup, OR a permit from the Bear River Health Department for a septic tank; and certification of culinary water from the State Engineer's Office (or receipt of payment for city water hookup if city water is available)
- RequiredSigned Construction BidSigned copy of the bid showing project price including all materials and labor, used together with square footage to establish project valuation
- RequiredPlot PlanDrawn to scale, indicating north arrow, distances to all property lines, and the fronting street(s)
- RequiredComplete Set of Plans and SpecificationsFloor plans with dimensions for all levels/garages/decks/porches, plumbing plan, electrical plan, HVAC plan, elevations of all four sides, footing/foundation/truss/roof section details, egress details, complete elevation diagrams, plumbing diagram from the plumber, electrical diagram from the electrician, and a MEC (energy) compliance check report. Must be stamped by a licensed Utah architect/engineer when required (daylight basements, more than 3 ft of elevation change at footings, unusual geometry, vaulted or TJI ceilings, or excessively large structures); all commercial plans must be stamped.
- RequiredContractor and Subcontractor ListContractor's name, address, phone, email, Utah license number, and a complete list of subcontractors with the same information
- RequiredFire Hazard Severity FormObtained from the Rich County Fire Warden, Travis Hobbs (385-835-2799, trhobbs@utah.gov)
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee (valuation-based) | Set by the fee table in the International Residential Code (IRC) edition adopted at the time of application — Rich County does not publish a separate dollar-figure fee schedule; per Rich County Ordinance for Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy (adopted 2025), Section 2.D: 'The County adopts the building permit fees set out in the International Residential Code applicable at the time of application.' | Rich County Ordinance for Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy (adopted 2025). Because the project's declared valuation (signed contractor bid + square footage) is plugged into the standard IRC valuation fee table, this is a legitimate, verifiable master fee schedule rather than a county-specific invented figure — contact the Building Inspector for the exact dollar amount for a given project valuation. |
| Electrical Inspection (bundled) | Included in the building permit fee when a building permit is issued; $50.00 if electrical work is inspected without an accompanying building permit | Rich County Building Permit Information handout (Building Department). Electrical work requires inspection and a work order number from Rocky Mountain Power before hookup. |
| Refundable Building Permit Deposit — under $100,000 project cost | $500 | Rich County Ordinance for Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy (adopted 2025), Section 4. Refunded after final inspection and certificate of occupancy, unless forfeited (permit expires without required inspections, or occupancy begins before CO issuance). |
| Refundable Building Permit Deposit — $100,000 to $200,000 project cost | $1,000 | Rich County Ordinance for Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy (adopted 2025), Section 4. |
| Refundable Building Permit Deposit — over $200,000 project cost | $2,000 | Rich County Ordinance for Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy (adopted 2025), Section 4. |
| Permit Renewal (expired 30 days or less) | $200 | Rich County Ordinance for Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy (adopted 2025), Section 3.B — requires Building Inspector approval and a new inspection. |
| Permit Renewal (expired 31–90 days) | $500 | Rich County Ordinance for Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy (adopted 2025), Section 3.B — requires Building Inspector approval and a new inspection. A permit expired over 90 days is void and must be re-applied for as new. |
| Standard 6-Month Extension Renewal Fee | $100 | Rich County Ordinance for Building Permits and Certificates of Occupancy (adopted 2025), Section 3.B — for a timely extension request before expiration, requires a new inspection. |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-08.
Fees, timelines, and adopted codes are researched from each jurisdiction's published records — see how we verify. Requirements change and vary by project, so always confirm the current details with the Unincorporated Rich County building department before you submit. PermitBase is an independent reference and is not affiliated with any government agency.